Shirley Clarke Franklin
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
28 August 2008
Mayor Shirley Clarke FranklinIn 2005, Mayor Shirley Clarke Franklin of Atlanta was named one of the top five best big-city mayors and one of the best leaders. She was the first woman ever to be elected ... read more >>

Play Brings Legacy to New Generation
Written by RaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢Kenna Joseph, Sentinel Intern
28 August 2008
“Even though slavery was abolished in 1865, many southern African Americans remained in debt and servitude until the 1970s,” said Dr. Linda Bannister, producer and co-playwright of Turpentine ... read more >>

Like Husband Michelle Obamaâ€™s Message Resonates
Written by Brian W. Carter (Staff Writer)
28 August 2008
The passionate delivery, the rich emotion describing a life forged in Chicago, the strong conviction showing America the common threads in their stories. It was a familiar yet powerful message that ... read more >>

The Next President?
Written by Kenneth Miller ASSISTANT MANAGING EDITOR
28 August 2008
“This will be the day when all of God’s children will be able to sing with new meaning, ‘My country,’tis of thee, sweet land of liberty, of thee I sing. Land where my fathers died, ... read more >>

Democrats Bicker Over how Hard to Hit McCain
Written by SCOTT LINDLAW, Associated Press
26 August 2008
DENVER (AP) -- Democrats bickered among themselves Tuesday about how hard to attack John McCain as the party's former dominant couple - Bill and Hillary Rodham Clinton - took center stage at Barack ... read more >>

Full Text of Michelle Obama's DNC Speech
Written by Sentinel Staff Writer
25 August 2008
Michelle Obama during speech at the 2008 Democratic National ConventionThe following are prepared remarks by Michelle Obama, wife of Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama, for her address to ... read more >>

Obama Picks Joe Biden as Running Mate
Written by Jennifer Bihm (Contributing Writer)
23 August 2008
Barack Obama has chosen Delaware Senator Joseph Biden to be his running mate for the 2008 presidential election. Obama posted the official announcement on his website and sent out a text message around ... read more >>

The Presidential â€œVeep-Stakes.â€
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
20 August 2008
The Democratic Convention will take place next week in Denver Colorado and its historic significance is an internationally recognized moment in time. The talk of the town is the presidential “veep-stakes.” ... read more >>

Najee Ali gets 4 years in Prison
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
19 August 2008
Many people are saying that this time the criminal justice system has worked for the community Najee Ali received four years in state prison today for attempted bribery after he pleaded ‘no ... read more >>

Isaac Hayes
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
14 August 2008
1942 - 2008Isaac Hayes was called the Black Moses, but he would always let it be known that he was the Moses of Music and nothing more. As one of the leading artists for Stax Records, Hayes ... read more >>

Paying for Paul and Patricia
Written by RaÃ¢â‚¬â„¢Kenna Joseph, LA Sentinel Intern
14 August 2008
LA County brings awareness during “child support awareness” month The Los Angeles County Child Support Services Department (CSSD) has created an array of community outreach programs during ... read more >>

VP Running Mate
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
14 August 2008
Choosing the vice presidential running mate is one of the most important decisions a candidate will make before becoming president. It is most significant for Senator Barack Obama in this election year ... read more >>

Marlton Square
Written by Yussuf Simmonds (Managing Editor)
14 August 2008
For years the Marlton Square Shopping Plaza has been an eyesore in the community. With a sale pending, residents hope that the new owner(s) may be able to revitalize the area. On May 6, the ... read more >>

Benbow and CDD Traversing Through Budget Cuts
Written by Jennifer Bihm (Contributing Writer)
14 August 2008
“Where is the help needed most? How can we spend what has become precious few dollars in the best ways? That is a discussion we have everyday,” said Richard Benbow, general manager of Los Angeles’ ... read more >>

Bernie Mac Dead at Age 50
Written by F.N. D\'ALESSIO, Associated Press
09 August 2008
CHICAGO (AP) -- Bernie Mac, the actor and comedian who teamed up in the casino heist caper "Ocean's Eleven" and gained a prestigious Peabody Award for his sitcom "The Bernie Mac ... read more >>